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Violin bow made in Markneukirchen, circa 1880
About Saxon bows
This violin bow was made in Markneukirchen, a small town in the Saxony region of Germany famous for its great number of violin-making workshops. The town was home to many fine bow-making families at this time, including the Knopf and Pfretzschner dynasties.
The town remains active as a centre of violin making today, with over 100 instrument workshops and a charming museum dedicated to its extraordinary history.
About this violin bow
This violin bow was made in Markneukirchen around 1880 and is similar in style to the output of the Knopf family.
The round stick is of attractive pernambuco and measures 724 mm in length. The mounts are of nickel and ebony.
The bow weighs 60 grams.
How does it sound?
This is an interesting bow that produces an especially warm, velvety sound. It works very well off the string and feels very comfortable to play: a great orchestral bow!
Condition
The bow is in very good condition.
Further information
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